Baghdad to Arar flights
Arar lies 412 km (256 mi) south-west of Baghdad, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 17 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Baghdad | Arar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 7.2 million | 148,540 |
| Elevation | 41 m (135 ft) | 555 m (1,821 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
| Nearest large airport | BGW, 18 km out | RAE, 12 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Arar
Crossing from Iraq into Saudi Arabia: money changes from the Dinar to the Rial (SAR); sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +966; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648903.
Airports at each end
Leaving Baghdad
Baghdad is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 13,124-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Arar
Arar is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Arar Domestic Airport (RAE), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 10,007-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arar Domestic Airport (regional) | RAE | 12 km (7 mi) | 10,007 ft | 1,813 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Arar from Baghdad?
412 km (256 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Baghdad.
How long does it take to get from Baghdad to Arar by air?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Baghdad and Arar?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Baghdad to Arar flights?
Typically Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW) to Arar Domestic Airport (RAE).
What currency do I need in Arar?
The Rial (SAR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.